Oconee County – A diverse, growing, safe, vibrant community guided by rural traditions and shaped by natural beauty; where employment, education and recreation offer a rich quality of life for all generations, both today and tomorrow.

Keep Oconee County Beautiful Commission Earns Governor’s Circle Recognition The Keep Oconee County Beautiful Commission received a Governor’s Circle Award Thursday, February 6, 2025, at the Georgia State Capitol.

Oconee County is the westernmost county in the U.S. state of South Carolina. As of the 2020 census, the population was 78,607. [2] Its county seat is Walhalla and its largest community is Seneca. [3]

Come Visit Oconee, SC Discover a blend of charming small towns and outdoor adventure to enjoy. Experience the best trails, waterfalls, lakes and rivers on the east coast.

Oconee County is a county located in the northeastern part of the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 41,799. [1] The county seat is Watkinsville. [2] Oconee County is included in the Athens-Clarke County metropolitan area.

Jun 8, 2016 · Oconee County is the only county in South Carolina bordering on two states–Georgia and North Carolina. Located in the northwest corner of South Carolina at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the region was home to Cherokee Indians until the Revolutionary War, when they were driven from all except the northernmost section.

With over 200 miles of trails, 29 waterfalls, 200,000 acres of Sumter National Forest, 4 lakes, 2 rivers, 4 state parks and 3 county parks…There’s plenty of reasons to VISIT OCONEE SC! Come for the day or stay all weekend.

The construction of huge government and private lakes starting in the 1950s turned Oconee County into an ideal tourism, recreation and retirement area. Oconee County is a land of natural beauty and a somewhat diverse population.

Dec 1, 2024 · Discover Oconee County in winter: Cozy retreats, scenic hikes, charming towns, and exciting outdoor adventures await. When the weather turns crisp, Oconee County transforms into a winter wonderland of cozy retreats, scenic outings, and exciting activities outdoors and in our small towns.

Welcome to the official website for the Government of Oconee County, Georgia, where you can find up-to-date news and information, learn more about specific departments and the services they offer, and discover what makes Oconee County a wonderful place to live, work, and play.